Wood & Timber Oak

American white oak :Quercus spp

American white oak is a pale yellow-brown biscuit colour with a pinkish tint. Straight grained with a characteristic silver grain figure on quarter-sawn material. This comes from the timber's broad rays. Northern (Appalachian) oak is slow growing producing light weight, mild wood generally considered superior to southern oak which is faster growing with a harder, coarser texture.

Mainly Used For:

Flooring, Interior joinery & furniture, Cabinetmaking

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